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A survey of 625 IT and IT security professionals in the U.S. published today finds only half (50%) consider the investments made in identity and access management (IAM) tools to be effective.Conducted by the Ponemon Institute on behalf of GuidePoint Security, a provider of cybersecurity services, the survey also finds only 44% have high confidence in their ability to prevent identity-based incidents.In total, 50% of respondents report there has been an identity-based security incident in the past 12 months. The causes of those incidents were compromised or stolen credentials (34%), identity theft (25%) and phishing (23%), according to the survey.…

Resecurity has officially launched its AI-driven Compliance Manager. The solution is engineered to help CISOs and compliance teams manage complex regulatory demands, reduce risk, and maintain alignment with global cybersecurity standards. The Compliance Manager delivers centralized visibility, automation, and expert-level guidance to ensure organizations stay audit-ready and resilient in the face of expanding data protection and information security regulations. The platform currently supports over 20 international and regional compliance frameworks, including: GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation – EU) SAMA (Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority) DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act – EU) PDPL (Saudi Arabia) DPDPA (India) DPA (Philippines) CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity…

Victoria’s Secret ‘s website offline following a cyberattack Pierluigi Paganini May 29, 2025 Victoria’s Secret took its website offline after a cyberattack, with experts warning of rising threats against major retailers. American lingerie, clothing, and beauty retailer Victoria’s Secret took its website offline following a cyberattack. At this time, the site shows the following message: “Valued customer, we identified and are taking steps to address a security incident. We have taken down our website and some in store services as a precaution. Our team is working around the clock to fully restore operations. We appreciate your patience during this process.…

TXOne Networks, vendor of cyber-physical systems (CPS) security, announced a partnership with Foxguard, a Framatome subsidiary, to strengthen operational technology (OT) cybersecurity in the energy sector and other high-risk industrial environments. The partnership encompasses TXOne Networks’ end-to-end product suite, giving Foxguard broad flexibility in leveraging the right protection for power companies, utilities and municipalities. “Foxguard is already strongly entrenched in the energy industry as a trusted resource with deep expertise in OT cybersecurity,” said Jeff Van Natter, director of Americas Channel at TXOne Networks. “We are excited to have Foxguard join our Certified Partner network and leverage TXOne technology to…

This is the in-studio version of our live in DC event from July. In this webcast, John covers how to set up Active Directory Active Defense (ADAD) using tools in Active Defense Harbinger Distribution (ADHD). He shows how to create honey accounts, create callback word documents, and create fake SMB shares!   Slides here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/kyfugi66j56ek8v/HoneyAdmin_AndShare.pptx?dl=0

Torrance, United States / California, May 29th, 2025, CyberNewsWire Criminal IP, the AI-powered threat intelligence platform developed by AI SPERA (led by CEO Byungtak Kang), has announced its first participation in Infosecurity Europe 2025, the largest cybersecurity conference in Europe. The event will take place from June 3 to 5, 2025, at ExCeL London, where Criminal IP will engage with global security professionals at Stand B131. Infosecurity Europe is the region’s most prestigious cybersecurity event, attracting more than 18,000 security professionals and 350+ companies from across Europe. As a recognized global platform for sharing leading cybersecurity technologies and insights, the…

The Top-Ranked DNS Security Just Got Better Cost-effective protection of your organization’s network and users is critical. That’s why I’m excited to announce the availability of Cisco Secure Access – DNS Defense, the newest member of the Secure Access product family. Building upon Cisco’s position as the leading provider of DNS-layer security, we now offer a seamless pathway to our Universal ZTNA solution. Whether you’re a prospective customer looking to strengthen your network and user security, or an existing Cisco Umbrella DNS customer exploring what’s next, Secure Access – DNS Defense delivers value, simplicity, and unmatched protection. Why Secure Access…

Cisco Talos uncovers CyberLock ransomware, Lucky_Gh0$t, and Numero malware masquerading as legitimate software and AI tool installers. Learn how these fake installers exploit businesses in sales, tech, and marketing. Cybersecurity researchers at Cisco Talos have revealed that the increasing presence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the business world has opened new opportunities for cybercriminals. Threat actors are hiding malicious software within fake installers for AI tools, tricking businesses into downloading malware. This new wave includes ransomware like CyberLock and Lucky_Gh0$t, and destructive malware called Numero. According to researchers, these fake AI tool installers are distributed via various online channels, through…

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